Portuguese Kale Soup

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Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon olive oil
• 2 Cloves of garlic
• 2 Medium size onions (chopped)
• 1 Pound Linguico (sliced & slices halved)
• 5 Cups chicken broth
• 1 Pound fresh Kale (washed, stems discarded, shredded into small pieces)
• 1 Can Campbell's Bean with Bacon soup
• 1 Can water (use soup can)
• 1 Can White Northern Beans (rinse well)
• 3 Large Russett potatoes (cubed)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a large soup pot over medium-high heat
2. Add oil, garlic, onions, and Linguica slices.
3. Cook until onions are soft.
4. Add 5 cups chicken broth and Kale.
5. Cover pot and let Kale cook down, stirring occassionally.
6. Add Bean with Bacon soup and one can of water. Let simmer about 5 minutes.
7. Add cubed potatoes.
8. Simmer, covered 20-30 minutes longer until potatoes are soft.
9. Season to taste with Salt and Pepper.

Serve hot with crusty bread.